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Fire & Carbon Monoxide Risks During
Cold Weather

Cold temperatures may prompt families to turn to drastic measures to heat their homes. Even traditional alternative heating sources, such as a fireplace or space heaters can be dangerous if not used properly. As temperatures drop in your community, some simple tips can help keep families safer.

Winter months in particular are the peak time for house fires and carbon monoxide poisonings, with most incidents due to improperly ventilated or malfunctioning heating sources. Families can better protect themselves by having working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms on every level of the home and in sleeping areas. <more>


Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Service
101 Monroe St., 12th Floor
Rockville, MD 20850
(240) 777-2400

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Last edited: 11/12/2009